Joined Sep 2007
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San Antonio, TX
I just got my Neo CD package today, and I am currently in the depths of a gaming binge. In the interests of kick-starting the conversation here, I thought I would list my impressions. Feel free to agree, disagree, comment, or whatnot!
King of Fighters '95: I started with this title, and I wish I hadn't. In my opinion, the load times are painful. Because of the loading between rounds, and the fact that rounds are generally over in 30 seconds or less, this actually resulted in me waiting more than I was playing. The cool character portraits between rounds couldn't save me from quickly picking something else up.
Samurai Shodown II: This was my first game on cart, so I was prepared to be disappointed. Was I ever pleasantly surprised! I loved the rearranged music, the load times are EXTREMELY reasonable, and I only detected missing frames in Earthquake's standing animation, which may or may not be my eyes deceiving me. An A++++ title!
Aggressors of Dark Kombat: Unorthodox 2D fighters like this are my bread-and-butter. Very reasonable load times, unique gameplay. I plan on spending more time with this one.
World Heroes 2 Jet: Another one of my favorites. This is a clear example of loading done right. One load before you fight all 3 characters, and then it's uninterrupted game time. My only gripe is that the remixed soundtrack actually doesn't sound as good as the cart in some cases, IMO. Minor gripe, though.
Samurai Shodown: What?! The classic intro, complete with falling cherry blossoms and slashed lamps is missing? Heresy! On the gameplay front, perfect. The remixed soundtrack is very nice. Loading times are painless.
Samurai Shodown III: I see why CD owners always talk about this game. Phenomenal in every respect. 2 was always my favorite; this may give it some competition!
Metal Slug 2: As an owner of the MVS version, I will tell you all that the CD version is incredible. The loading is quick, and I actually prefer the fact that it is spaced throughout the levels. Combat School and the art gallery provide enough CD-specific perks to make this my favorite version.
Savage Reign: Why have I never heard anyone say something positive about this one? The character designs are entertaining, the gameplay is solid, and it has the most unique 'now loading' screens I've witnessed yet: each of the game's cast tell you jokes while you wait! I have seen more than one for each character, I am interested in seeing how many there are.
. . .and that is where I stand now. I have 20 games left to try. I will add impressions as I go!
King of Fighters '95: I started with this title, and I wish I hadn't. In my opinion, the load times are painful. Because of the loading between rounds, and the fact that rounds are generally over in 30 seconds or less, this actually resulted in me waiting more than I was playing. The cool character portraits between rounds couldn't save me from quickly picking something else up.
Samurai Shodown II: This was my first game on cart, so I was prepared to be disappointed. Was I ever pleasantly surprised! I loved the rearranged music, the load times are EXTREMELY reasonable, and I only detected missing frames in Earthquake's standing animation, which may or may not be my eyes deceiving me. An A++++ title!
Aggressors of Dark Kombat: Unorthodox 2D fighters like this are my bread-and-butter. Very reasonable load times, unique gameplay. I plan on spending more time with this one.
World Heroes 2 Jet: Another one of my favorites. This is a clear example of loading done right. One load before you fight all 3 characters, and then it's uninterrupted game time. My only gripe is that the remixed soundtrack actually doesn't sound as good as the cart in some cases, IMO. Minor gripe, though.
Samurai Shodown: What?! The classic intro, complete with falling cherry blossoms and slashed lamps is missing? Heresy! On the gameplay front, perfect. The remixed soundtrack is very nice. Loading times are painless.
Samurai Shodown III: I see why CD owners always talk about this game. Phenomenal in every respect. 2 was always my favorite; this may give it some competition!
Metal Slug 2: As an owner of the MVS version, I will tell you all that the CD version is incredible. The loading is quick, and I actually prefer the fact that it is spaced throughout the levels. Combat School and the art gallery provide enough CD-specific perks to make this my favorite version.
Savage Reign: Why have I never heard anyone say something positive about this one? The character designs are entertaining, the gameplay is solid, and it has the most unique 'now loading' screens I've witnessed yet: each of the game's cast tell you jokes while you wait! I have seen more than one for each character, I am interested in seeing how many there are.
. . .and that is where I stand now. I have 20 games left to try. I will add impressions as I go!